Large Animal PV Catheters
The Ventri-Cath PV Loop catheters are multi-segment pressure-volume (PV) catheters for complete cardiac function assessment in continuously beating, intact hearts of large animals (including dog, pig and sheep).
Overview
The Ventri-Cath PV catheters are multi-segment pressure-volume (PV) catheters for complete cardiac function assessment in continuously beating, intact hearts of large animals (including dog, pig and sheep). Each Ventri-Cath Catheter has a 5 F tip, a single pressure sensor, and twelve electrodes. Ventri-Cath Catheters allow direct insertion into the heart with no effect on normal heart function.
The total ventricular measurement distance can be dynamically adjusted during PV procedures to match individual ventricular axis in the MPVS Ultra control software.
Ventri-Cath catheters are available in three designs. Straight tip models ideal for introducing through the carotid artery; pigtail models that optimized for apex heart placement; and straight monorail models designed to be used with a guidewire facilitating placement via the femoral artery.
Ventri-Cath Catheters use, lighter connectors that combine pressure and volume outputs into a single connector.
When connected to the MPVS Ultra Pressure-Volume Unit (for large & small animals), Ventri-Cath Catheters provide simultaneous measurement of high-fidelity real-time pressure, up to seven segments of relative volume signals and an intra-cardiac ECG signal for monitoring and analysis of ventricular function.
The Ventri-Cath Catheter range requires the PV Extension Cable (Ventri-Cath to MPVS Ultra, 10ft), (purchased separately) for connection to the MPVS Ultra Pressure-Volume Unit.
Calibration: Ventri-Cath Catheters need to be electronically calibrated using the MPVS Ultra Pressure-Volume Unit.
Millar Mikro-Tip Catheters require a certain level of care to ensure accuracy and the anticipated lifespan of your catheters. Tergazyme (Alconox, Inc.) is required for cleaning and ensuring the removal of proteinaceous soils, tissue, blood and body fluids from the catheter. Please refer to Alconox, Inc.’s website to purchase from your local supplier. For a few best practice tips to help get you started with your catheters, see our guide here. Additionally, the purchase of an ESD Adjustable Wrist Strap w/ 10’ Coil Cord (Blue, 4mm Snap) is highly recommended to protect these catheters from electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage during handling.
Product Configurations
Ventri-Cath Catheter (5F, 12E, 7mm, DField, Pigtail, 122cm)
The Ventri-Cath 507 features seven, 7 mm volume segments for a total ventricular measurement of 58 mm, excluding the pigtail. It is most suited for use in smaller dog and pig models.
Ventri-Cath Catheter (5F, 12E, 7mm, DField, Straight, 122cm)
The Ventri-Cath 507S features seven, 7 mm volume segments for a total ventricular measurement of 58 mm. It is most suited for use in smaller dog and pig models. This option does not include a pigtail which facilitates placement via the carotid artery.
Ventri-Cath Catheter (5F, 12E, 7mm, DField, Str Monorail, 122cm)
The Ventri-Cath-507SM features seven, 7 mm volume segments for a total ventricular measurement of 58 mm. It is most suited for use in smaller dog and pig models. This option includes a straight monorail lumen designed to be used with guidewire (≤0.035”), facilitating placement via the femoral artery.
Ventri-Cath Catheter (5F, 12E, 10mm, DField, Pigtail, 122cm)
The Ventri-Cath 510 features seven, 10 mm volume segments for a total ventricular measurement of 79 mm, excluding the pigtail. It is most suited for use in larger dog and pig models as well as sheep.
Ventri-Cath Catheter (5F, 12E, 10mm, DField, Str, 122cm)
The Ventri-Cath 510S features seven, 10 mm volume segments for a total ventricular measurement of 79 mm. It is most suited for use in larger dog and pig models as well as sheep. This option does not include a pigtail, which facilitates placement via the carotid artery.
Ventri-Cath Catheter (5F, 12E, 10mm, DField, Str Monorail, 122cm)
The Ventri-Cath-510SM features seven, 10 mm volume segments for a total ventricular measurement of 79 mm. It is most suited for use in larger dog and pig models as well as sheep. This option includes a straight monorail lumen designed to be used with guidewire (≤0.035”), facilitating placement via the femoral artery.
Ventri-Cath Catheter (5F, 12E, 12mm, DField, Pigtail, 122cm)
The Ventri-Cath 512 features seven, 12 mm volume segments for a total ventricular measurement of 93 mm, excluding the pigtail. It is most suited for use in larger pig and sheep models as well as bovine.
Ventri-Cath Catheter (5F, 12E, 12mm, DField, Str, 122cm)
The Ventri-Cath 512S features seven, 12 mm volume segments for a total ventricular measurement of 93 mm. It is most suited for use in larger pig and sheep models as well as bovine. This option does not include a pigtail, which facilitates placement via the carotid artery.
Ventri-Cath Catheter (5F, 12E, 12mm, DField, Str Monorail, 122cm)
The Ventri-Cath-512SM features seven, 12 mm volume segments for a total ventricular measurement of 93 mm. It is most suited for use in larger pig and sheep models as well as bovine. This option includes a straight monorail lumen designed to be used with guidewire (≤0.035”), facilitating placement via the femoral artery.
Ventri-Cath Catheter (5F, 12E, 15mm, DField, Pigtail, 122cm)
The Ventri-Cath 515 features seven, 15 mm volume segments for a total ventricular measurement of 144 mm, excluding the pigtail. It is most suited for use large animal models of severe cardiomyopathy.
Ventri-Cath Catheter (5F, 12E, 15mm, DField, Str, 122cm)
The Ventri-Cath 515S features seven, 15 mm volume segments for a total ventricular measurement of 144 mm. It is most suited for use in large animal models of severe cardiomyopathy. This option does not include a pigtail which facilitates placement via the carotid artery.
Ventri-Cath Catheter (5F, 12E, 15mm, DField, Str Monorail, 122cm)
The Ventri-Cath-515SM features seven, 15 mm volume segments for a total ventricular measurement of 144 mm. It is most suited for use in large animal models of severe cardiomyopathy. This option includes a straight monorail lumen designed to be used with guidewire (≤0.035”), facilitating placement via the femoral artery.
Ventri-Cath Catheter (5F, 12E, 7mm, DField, Straight, Monorail, 122cm)
This is a multi segment pressure-volume monorail catheter that has a single pressure sensor (5F), 12 electrodes with 7mm spacing, dual field configuration, a straight tip and an effective length of 122 cm. It is designed for use in large animals ie. dog, pig sheep with the MPVS-Ultra Pressure-Volume Unit (large and small animals) via CEC-PV Extension Cable (Ventri-Cath to MPVS Ultra, 10ft), which are both sold separately.
Ventri-Cath Catheter (5F, 12E, 10mm, DField, Str, Monorail, 122cm)
This is a multi segment pressure-volume monorail catheter that has a single pressure sensor (5F), 12 electrodes with 10mm spacing, dual field configuration, a straight tipl and an effective length of 122 cm. It is designed for use in large animals ie. dog, pig sheep with the MPVS-Ultra Pressure-Volume Unit (large and small animals) via CEC-PV Extension Cable (Ventri-Cath to MPVS Ultra, 10ft), which are both sold separately.
Ventri-Cath Catheter (5F, 12E, 12mm, DField, Str, Monorail, 122cm)
This is a multi segment pressure-volume monorail catheter that has a single pressure sensor (5F), 12 electrodes with 12mm spacing, dual field configuration, a straight tipl and an effective length of 122 cm. It is designed for use in large animals ie. dog, pig sheep with the MPVS-Ultra Pressure-Volume Unit (large and small animals) via CEC-PV Extension Cable (Ventri-Cath to MPVS Ultra, 10ft), which are both sold separately.
Ventri-Cath Catheter (5F, 12E, 15mm, DField, Str, Monorail, 122cm)
This is a multi segment pressure-volume monorail catheter that has a single pressure sensor (5F), 12 electrodes with 15mm spacing, dual field configuration, a straight tipl and an effective length of 122 cm. It is designed for use in large animals ie. dog, pig sheep with the MPVS-Ultra Pressure-Volume Unit (large and small animals) via CEC-PV Extension Cable (Ventri-Cath to MPVS Ultra, 10ft), which are both sold separately.
Large animal P-V catheter, Size 5. 5Fr, 7E, Pigtail, 122 cm (75, 90, 105, 120 mm ES), Adm/Cond
This is a multi segment pressure-volume catheter that has a single pressure sensor (5F), 7 electrodes with 15mm spacing, dual field configuration, a pigtail and an effective length of 122 cm (75, 90, 105, 120 mm ES), It is designed for use in large animals ie. dog, pig sheep with the ADV-500 or ADV-550 System (sold separately). Also compatible with the MPVS Ultra. Formerly known as the Ventri-Cath 515.
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Key Features
- Pigtail, No Pigtail, or Monorail design
- 5 F tip, Multi-Segmented, and Dual Field
- Single pressure sensor located in the center of each catheter, between the 4th and 5th electrodes
- For ventricular volume, each catheter has twelve electrodes
- Single, low profile, lightweight connector combining the pressure and volume outputs
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Details and Tech Specs
Technical
| Model Number | Length | Electrode Spacing | Total Ventricular Measurement | Tip | Pigtail |
| Ventri-Cath 507 | 122 cm | 7 mm | 58 mm | Straight | Pigtail |
| Ventri-Cath 507S | 122 cm | 7 mm | 58 mm | Straight | Straight |
| Ventri-Cath 507SM | 122 cm | 7 mm | 58 mm | Straight | Straight Monorail |
| Ventri-Cath 510 | 122 cm | 10 mm | 79 mm | Straight | Pigtail |
| Ventri-Cath 510S | 122 cm | 10 mm | 79 mm | Straight | Straight |
| Ventri-Cath 510SM | 122 cm | 10 mm | 79 mm | Straight | Straight Monorail |
| Ventri-Cath 512 | 122 cm | 12 mm | 93 mm | Straight | Pigtail |
| Ventri-Cath 512S | 122 cm | 12 mm | 93 mm | Straight | Straight |
| Ventri-Cath 512SM | 122 cm | 12 mm | 93 mm | Straight | Straight Monorail |
| Ventri-Cath 515 | 122 cm | 15 mm | 144 mm | Straight | Pigtail |
| Ventri-Cath 515S | 122 cm | 15 mm | 144 mm | Straight | Straight |
| Ventri-Cath 515SM | 122 cm | 15 mm | 144 mm | Straight | Straight Monorail |
All Ventri-Cath Catheters:
- Have 5 F Tips
- Are suitable for pig, sheep, dog or other large animal use
- Are 122 cm in length
- Have a single pressure sensor, located between the 4th and 5th electrodes
- Have a Combined PV pressure connector
- Are not repairable
- Are Reusable and Non-Sterile
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Compatibility
Ventri-Cath-5
| Operating System | Recommended Hardware | Alternate Hardware | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LabChart Lightning | Windows / Mac | PowerLab C + Instrument Interface + MPVS Ultra PV Unit (large & small animals) | Traditional PowerLab + MPVS Ultra PV Unit (large & small animals) |
| LabChart 8 | Windows / Mac | PowerLab C + Instrument Interface + MPVS Ultra PV Unit (large & small animals) | Traditional PowerLab + MPVS Ultra PV Unit (large & small animals) |
